Often asked: When to plant hyacinth bulbs?

What month do you plant hyacinth bulbs?

When to plant hyacinths

Plant bulbs outdoors in borders and containers in early autumn for flowering in March and April. Prepared bulbs should be planted in September if you want blooms for Christmas flowering, as they require 10-12 weeks for good root and shoot development.

Can you plant hyacinths in the spring?

Hyacinth bulbs (Hyacinthus spp.) cannot be planted just any time of year — they naturally respond to prevailing seasonal weather and may not bloom correctly if buried too early or late within the ground.

Do hyacinths come back every year?

Hyacinths bloom just once per year (in the spring), but they will happily bloom again in subsequent years if provided with the proper care. They are a perennial plant.

When can you plant potted hyacinths?

Planting a potted hyacinth bulb should be done in the fall, when the soil temperature drops below 60 degrees Fahrenheit and before the first fall frost. Once the growing spot has been prepared, dig a hole that’s 6 to 8 inches deep and place the bulb in the hole with the pointed side up and the flat side down.

Can you leave hyacinth bulbs in pots?

Hyacinths are famous for their pleasant fragrance. They also grow very well in pots, meaning once they’re in bloom you can move them wherever you‘d like, perfuming a patio, a walkway, or a room in your house. Keep reading to learn about how to plant hyacinth bulbs in pots.

Do hyacinths like sun or shade?

Sun or Shade: For the largest flowers and straightest stems, plant your hyacinths in full sun. The bulbs will also flower in light shade or half-day sun. Hardiness Zone: Hyacinths are winter hardy in growing zones 4-8. In warmer climates, the bulbs need to be pre-chilled before planting.

What happens if you plant bulbs in the spring?

Waiting until spring to plant the bulbs will not satisfy these requirements, so spring-planted bulbs will likely not bloom this year. The bulbs likely won’t bloom this spring, but they may bloom later in the summer, out of their normal sequence, or they may just wait until next year to bloom at the normal time.

Will hyacinth bulbs multiply?

Wait! Before you put those tulip, daffodil, crocus and hyacinth bulbs in the ground, do you want to multiply them? Sure, they’ll multiply by themselves, but you can speed up the process.

What do you do with potted hyacinths after they bloom?

Once the leaves are dead, cut the entire plant back to soil level, so only bulb and roots remain. Move your pot to a cold, dark space. You may even want to put a paper grocery or black garbage bag over the pot to keep out the light. Don’t touch your hyacinth until the spring.

Can indoor hyacinth bulbs be used again?

When all the foliage has completely died back – which will be at least six weeks after flowering – you can either lift the bulbs from the pot and store them in a dry, dark place ready for repotting next autumn or leave them in the pot, making sure they do not become too wet.

How many years do hyacinths last?

Dig up the bulbs where winter temperatures remain above 60 degrees Fahrenheit and chill them somewhere dark and cold for six to 10 weeks. Unfortunately, hyacinth bulbs are short-lived and will probably last only three or four years. Many people treat them as tender perennials and replace them yearly due to decline.

Where do Hyacinths grow best?

Hyacinths perform best in moderately fertile soil. They enjoy good drainage, and a full to part-sun location. To enjoy their brilliant colors and fragrance, hyacinths need to be planted in the fall.

How do you care for potted hyacinths?

How to Care for Potted Hyanciths

1. Set the hyacinth pot in an area that receives bright sunlight until the bulbs begin to flower.
2. Water the bulbs when the top half inch of soil feels dry.
3. Move the hyacinth pot to an area that receives bright but indirect sunlight once the flower blossoms begin to open.

How do I save my potted hyacinth bulbs?

Curing hyacinths is very easy. Lay the bulbs out on a newspaper in a cool, dark place for three days. After that, store them in a cool, dark location in a mesh bag. They’re now ready to be planted in your garden in the autumn or forced indoors in late winter.

Can I plant indoor hyacinths outside?

Hyacinths make wonderful indoor plants in the dark days of winter or at the beginning of spring, and can be planted outside once finished flowering.